Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 19:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 19:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 19:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the author of Acts, the people in the city were very confused and upset, and they grabbed two of Paul's friends, Gaius and Aristarchus, and took them to a big theater together. It was a very chaotic and scary moment for everyone involved.

Acts 19:29: And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.

Contradiction with Psalm 133:1

Acts 19:29 describes a chaotic assembly, while Psalm 133:1 talks about the goodness of brethren dwelling together in unity.

Psalm 133:1: [A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant [it is] for brethren to dwell together in unity! [together...: Heb. even together]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

Acts 19:29 depicts confusion in the city, whereas 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, but of peace.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14

Acts 19:29 shows a lack of guidance in the crowd, contradicting Proverbs 11:14, which emphasizes the safety found in having many counselors.

Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.

Contradiction with James 3:16

Acts 19:29 describes a tumultuous scene, whereas James 3:16 associates confusion and every evil work with envy and strife.

James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Acts 19:29 depicts an uproar, which is contrary to Romans 12:18's call for living peaceably with all men.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:13

Acts 19:29 shows disturbance, while 1 Thessalonians 5:13 encourages living at peace among yourselves.

1 Thessalonians 5:13: And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. [And] be at peace among yourselves.
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